Using waste materials to make crafts is not only an excellent way to recycle, it is also a good way to teach/learn about waste reduction. It provides people of all ages a creative challenge and can be a fun activity for the whole family.

We have listed below some excellent web sites for crafting. Please let us know of other useful sites or other recycled craft projects by contacting us at: 704-336-5359 ext. 5 or Email

Crafts Internet sites:

Unnatural Resources Fair
http://www.unnaturalresources.org/index.htm

Recycle, eh!
http://www.recycle-eh.com/

My Recycled Bags:
http://www.myrecycledbags.com/

Free Craft Ideas:
http://frieda.eblog.co.za

The Imagination Factory (an excellent site!):
http://www.kid-at-art.com/

Recycled Christmas Tree: http://www.dep.state.pa.us/dep/deputate/airwaste/wm/recycle/Tree/tree.htm

Simplify the Holidays:
http://www.newdream.org/

Recycling Crafts Ideas:
http://www.make-stuff.com/christmas.html

42 Ways to Trim Your Holiday Wasteline:
http://www.use-less-stuff.com/ULSDAY/42ways.html

Reduce Holiday Gift Wrapping:
http://www.eco-artware.com/newsletter.shtml

Crafts for Kids:
craftsforkids.miningco.com

Barry's Clip Art Server:
www.barrysclipart.com

ClipArt Connection:
www.clipartconnection.com/index.html

Bluebonnet Village Craft Network: http://www.bluebonnetvillage.com/school.htm

Reused Textiles:
http://www.ragweavers.com/

Many thanks to: http://www.sciswa.org for the information provided.